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Fort Paté
The round fortress Fort Paté stands on Paté Island in the Gironde estuary in France. As part of a defense system designed to protect Bordeaux from sea attacks, it forms an ensemble of military architecture together with the Citadel of Blaye and Fort Médoc.
History+
The fortress was built as part of a comprehensive defense concept that underscores the importance of Vauban's military structures in the 17th and 18th centuries. In 2008, Fort Paté, along with the other fortifications, was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Location+
Fort Paté is located on Paté Island in the Gironde estuary, near the town of Blaye in the Gironde department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, France. It lies at an elevation of approximately 12 meters above sea level.
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